Incident overview
An arranged fishing trip off Lofoten ended in tragedy when a ten-meter boat capsized for reasons not yet known. The group consisted of four adults and two children, all of Swedish origin. The 11-year-old girl, who was inside the boat’s cabin with another child and the tour guide, did not survive the accident. The guide managed to pull the other child to safety, but the girl remained inside the cabin as rescue efforts began.
Rescue crews initially focused on saving the child’s life. The hours that followed saw responders search the area for any sign of the missing girl, while the boat’s wreckage remained partially submerged. By Sunday, the authorities had made the difficult decision to shift the search toward locating a presumed deceased person and to recover the vessel’s cabin as part of the investigation.
Timeline and recovery
Shortly before noon on Sunday, the girl’s body was recovered at a depth of about 25 meters, alongside the boat’s cabin. The operation involved a Norwegian Coast Guard vessel that had been called in to assist with both the search and the recovery. Authorities from the Nordland Police District confirmed the discovery and noted that the family had been informed.
On board and background of those involved
The four adults and two children on the fishing trip were Swedish. The guide aboard the boat is also a Swedish citizen, living in Norway. The young girl and her family are reported to be from the Jämtland region in Sweden. In Sweden, the girl’s school has activated crisis support to help fellow students and faculty cope with the tragedy.
Authorities’ perspective and investigation
Nordland Police District said the investigation will focus on determining why the vessel capsized and what circumstances led to the accident. The head of the police district emphasized the importance of a thorough inquiry to provide answers and prevent similar incidents in the future. The Norwegian police will continue the formal investigation, and additional details are expected as they become available. Family members have been notified, and authorities are handling communications with the relatives with care.
Impact and ongoing response
Local and national authorities have stressed that the incident is under investigation and that information will be released as it is confirmed. For the school and community in Sweden, support services remain available to help students, teachers, and families process this loss. The tragedy serves as a reminder of the risks associated with marine activities in coastal regions and the need for continuous safety measures on vessel trips.
What comes next
Officials will continue to examine the boat’s condition, weather and sea state, and any operational factors that could shed light on the capsize. The Coast Guard and police will release further findings as investigations progress. In the meantime, the family’s grief, local responses, and the ongoing support efforts reflect a community rallying around those affected by this sudden loss.
